[2] Kolyma HPP is the basis of the energy system of Magadan Oblast; it produces about 95% of the electricity in the region.

It is the upper stage of the Kolyma cascade, while the lower one (Ust-Srednekan Hydroelectric Plant) of 570 MW installed capacity is under construction.

Construction of the Kolyma HPP was carried out in the harsh climatic conditions in the zone of permafrost.

At 134.5 m (441 ft), it is the highest earth filled dam in Russia.

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